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NGO Coordination Board Fails to Effectively Monitor Non-Profit Organizations

Nairobi, Kenya - A Recent Report Raises Concerns

A recent report has raised concerns about the ability of the NGO Coordination Board (NCB) to effectively monitor and supervise non-profit organizations (NPOs) in Kenya. The report, titled “Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Risks Assessment Report, 2021”, highlights the risks associated with NPOs’ activities and the need for improved regulatory oversight.

Key Findings

  • Many NPOs in Kenya are involved in financial transactions that pose a high risk of money laundering (ML) and terrorism financing (TF).
  • Inadequate reporting requirements, lack of transparency, and poor governance practices contribute to these risks.
  • The NCB is responsible for regulating and supervising NPOs, but has failed to effectively monitor and supervise them.

Consequences

  • Many NPOs are operating with little oversight, creating an environment conducive to ML and TF.
  • The lack of adequate resources and capacity within the NCB hinders effective supervision and monitoring of NPOs.
  • Some NPOs are not required to submit regular financial reports or undergo regular audits.

Implications

  • The assessment report has significant implications for Kenya’s efforts to combat ML and TF.
  • It emphasizes the need for strengthened regulatory oversight, improved reporting requirements, and enhanced cooperation between government agencies and NPOs.

Government Response

  • The Government of Kenya has promised to take concrete steps to strengthen its anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) regime.
  • This includes strengthening the NCB’s capacity to monitor and supervise NPOs, improving reporting requirements, and enhancing cooperation between government agencies and NPOs.

Recommendations

  • Strengthen the capacity of the NGO Coordination Board (NCB) to monitor and supervise non-profit organizations (NPOs).
  • Improve reporting requirements for NPOs, including regular financial reports and audits.
  • Enhance cooperation between government agencies and NPOs to prevent money laundering and terrorism financing.
  • Implement measures to prevent the misuse of charitable funds by NPOs.
  • Ensure that NPOs are transparent in their financial transactions.

Contact

For more information or interviews, please contact:

[Name] Media Officer NGO Coordination Board (NCB) Email: [email] Phone: [phone number]